Senior Staff Software Engineer, AI Innovation

Senior Staff Software Engineer, AI Innovation Google Mountain View, CA, USA Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience. 8 years of experience programming in C++. 5 years of experience with design and architecture; and testing/launching software products. Experience integrating generative AI tools or LLM interfaces into workflows. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree or PhD in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field. 8 years of experience with data structures/algorithms. 5 years of experience in a technical leadership role leading project teams and setting technical direction. 3 years of experience working in a complex, matrixed organization involving cross‑functional or cross‑business projects. About the job Google's software engineers develop the next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information and one another. Our products need to handle information at massive scale, and extend well beyond web search. We're looking for engineers who bring fresh ideas from all areas, including information retrieval, distributed computing, large‑scale system design, networking and data storage, security, artificial intelligence, natural language processing, UI design and mobile; the list goes on and is growing every day. As a software engineer, you will work on a specific project critical to Google’s needs with opportunities to switch teams and projects as you and our fast‑paced business grow and evolve. We need our engineers to be versatile, display leadership qualities and be enthusiastic to take on new problems across the full‑stack as we continue to push technology forward. The AI and Infrastructure team is redefining what’s possible. We empower Google customers with breakthrough capabilities and insights by delivering AI and Infrastructure at unparalleled scale, efficiency, reliability and velocity. Compensation US: $262,000 - $365,000 (USD) + 25% bonus target + bonus + equity + benefits. Responsibilities Offer technical oversight and direction across the portfolio and projects. Engage with teams on technical issues, including design reviews, architecture choices, code contributions, and debugging. Mentor and coach project teams, promoting good engineering practices and improving the technical quality of projects. Define, refine, and help implement practices and processes for technical execution and review within the iteration models. Develop and promote a technical strategy to increase the success rate and impact of the Innovation Accelerator programs. Contribute to defining and implementing the project graduation process, working to ensure smooth transitions of projects to sponsoring teams. Collaborate with Technical Leads/Managers, Product Managers, and other stakeholders to grow the scope and impact of the program. Google is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the users we serve, creating a culture of belonging, and providing an equal employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), expecting or parents‑to‑be, criminal histories consistent with legal requirements, or any other basis protected by law. See also Google's EEO Policy, Know your rights: workplace discrimination is illegal, Belonging at Google, and How we hire. #J-18808-Ljbffr Google Inc.